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Name	Poodle	Lagotto Romagnolo	Irish Setter
Origins	Germany France	Italy	Ireland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	Irish Red Setter Red Setter
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Lagotto Romagnolo? Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter? Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$500-$700	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter intelligence:	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter? Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Lagotto Romagnolo indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter mouthiness comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Lagotto Romagnolo and Irish Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lagotto Romagnolo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter? Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter energy level comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter coat comparison:	Curly	Waterproof	Fine
Colors What are the original Poodle, Lagotto Romagnolo and Irish Setter color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Gray Tan White Brown	Red Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter? Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter? Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Poodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Setter? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Poodle and Lagotto Romagnolo and Irish Setter have?	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies	7-10 puppies
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Poodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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